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We are a vibrant and inclusive running club based in Connecticut, welcoming members from all corners of the state. Our club is designed for anyone interested in meeting new people, finding running partners, and having a supportive team environment at local road races. We proudly cater to runners of all levels, from beginners to elite athletes.

Our team participates in the USATF CT Grand Prix and the MUT Series Races each year. These exhilarating and competitive races provide a fantastic opportunity to run on the roads while being part of a team that meets up and scores together. We encourage all members to engage in these events and share in the camaraderie of racing. For more information, feel free to check out our About Us page.

Get Involved

Joining the SoundRunner Racing Team means you’re never alone on your running journey. Our members regularly meet up for training runs, social events, and race days, fostering a strong community that values friendship and competition alike. Whether you’re training for your next race or just looking to enjoy the sport, we invite you to lace up your shoes and join us!

Race Participation

We engage in the USATF CT Grand Prix Series, which features various road races throughout the state. These events are not only competitive but also a great way to connect with fellow runners and enjoy the beautiful landscapes Connecticut has to offer.

For details on upcoming races and events, we encourage all interested runners to stay connected with us and join the exhilarating journey of running within the SoundRunner Racing Team!

Current Hometown: Niantic

Current Employment/Job: Dental Hygienist

Favorite race: The family turkey trot every Thanksgiving! My new favorite is the Summer Solstice 8 miler in Hebron & can’t wait to do it again

Favorite Run Spot in CT: Roads and trails around town

Hobbies outside of Running: Kayaking, gardening, hanging with my little fam

What you listen to on a Long Run: “The Jump Off” playlist that Spotify randomly made for me, it’s perfect. Or Princess Storytime if I’m stroller running 🙂

Race performances you are most proud of: The Backyard Burn in Fountainhead VA, a challenging 10 mile trail race where I eked out 2nd in my AG and the LYSB Midsummer Run 5k where I got 1st in my AG with a PR of 22:27

Shahan Leach

Fischman

Name: Colleen Fischman
Current Hometown: East Rock, CT (Originally from Buffalo, NY – Go Bills!)
Family members we might see at a race: Dad
Current Employment: Optometrist
Current running interest: Half Marathons
Favorite race: 5k
Race you have done the most times: 5k
High School/College running programs: Hamburg High School, SUNY – Cortland
Hobbies: Eating, playing with my cats and being outside
A favorite quote: When she stood she stood tall
What you listen to on a road trip: The Lumineers
Something that makes you weird: I’m a triplet
Youthful PRs:
800: 2:21
3k: 10:32
5k: 18:05
Open PRs:
Half Marathon: 1:33:37
Marathon: 3:28:48

Colleen Fischman